Counsellor, Intensive Treatment Services

Position : Counsellor, Intensive Treatment Services
Reference #:ITS-0417-01

Hourly Rate: $31.11 – $37.99

Reports to: Clinical Manager
Location: Elliot Lake

Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: Posting open until filled

JOB SUMMARY:

Intensive Treatment Clinicians use an Intensive Systemic Treatment Model to treat children and youth with complex mental health difficulties. Utilizing systemic strengths the therapists work to preserve natural family environments and, whenever required, work to reduce the need for out-of-home placement.
The successful candidate will receive a signing bonus of $5000. The first $2500 will be paid after completion of the probationary period and the second $2500 will be paid on one year anniversary date. Moving expenses and first and last month’s rent will also be covered.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/REGISTRATION

• Bachelor Degree of Social Work, Bachelor of Arts or a degree in the Social Sciences accepted
• Current registration and in good standing with regulated professional college (RSW, RP) is required.

 MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Two years’ clinical experience working in a related field preferred
• Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of family-based interventions, systems theory, child development and behaviour management.
• Knowledge of empirically based treatment models.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a treatment team.
• Knowledge of pertinent legislation, such as The Child, Youth and Family Services Act, The Education Act, The Mental Health Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
• Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and data MIS.
• Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) an asset.
• Proficiency with computers and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and data MIS.
• Possession of a valid Ontario Driver’s License (minimum of Class G if over the age of 19 and Class G2 license if 19 and under), ability to travel within the district of Algoma and use of a personal vehicle.
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and occasional weekends.
• Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.

• Full COVID-19 Vaccination.

Duties and Responsibilities; Please refer to attached job description

Algoma Family Services (AFS) is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve.   AFS encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants that may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify HR when contacted for an interview.

Please Note that: “There is a signing bonus and moving expense incentive.”

 PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO hr@algomafamilyservices.org QUOTING REFERENCE # ITS-0417-01